How to Pronounce Self-preservation

To pronounce "self-preservation", say SELFPR-es-erv-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌsɛlfˌpɹɛzɜˈɹ.veɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

17

Letters

/ˌsɛlfˌpɹɛzɜˈɹ.veɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “self-preservation”

"self-preservation" has 5 syllables: selfpr-es-erv-at-ion.

What does self-preservation mean?

noun

  1. The instinctive behaviour that protects oneself from harm.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "self-preservation"?▾

"Self-preservation" has 5 syllables: selfpr · es · erv · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "self-preservation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "self-preservation" is /ˌsɛlfˌpɹɛzɜˈɹ.veɪ.ʃən/.

What does "self-preservation" mean?▾

Self-preservation: The instinctive behaviour that protects oneself from harm.

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